Kaichu-doro — inter-island causeway

The Kaichu-doro -- an inter-island causeway that cuts through the shallow water between the main island of Okinawa and Henza Island --- is a popular choice for a scenic drive. A roadside park situated at the midpoint of the causeway has a concrete shoreline and a park area with a lush lawn and benches, making it an ideal place for picnics.

Ikei Island

It takes about 90 minutes by car from Naha Airport to Ikei Island, the outermost of the three islands. The color of the ocean is beautiful, especially around Ikei Ohashi Bridge, and the landscape is stunning. There are two pleasant beaches here: Ikei Beach, with lockers, a shop and a restaurant, and the natural Odomari Beach.

International Karate Study Center

You can experience traditional Okinawan karate in a class led by a professional instructor in an authentic setting. These lessons are very popular with international visitors looking for a genuine Okinawan karate experience (60 min, ¥2,575).

The Fish Center on the Itoman Roadside Station premises sells the catch of the day and accompanying items. Priced between ¥200 and ¥500, offerings include sashimi, sushi, shrimp or octopus skewers, scallops and lobster with sea urchin sauce.

Chatan Town Tourist Information Center

The Chatan Town Tourist Information Center is dedicated to providing visitors with information on sightseeing spots in Chatan, local events and festivals. In addition, the town's specialty products and souvenir items are on display and for sale at the center. The center also offers a baggage storage room, tablet devices for searching local venues and a barrier-free washroom

Naha Port

2-1 Tondocho, Naha City

Ocean liners to Kagoshima, Hakata and other cities in Kyushu and the Amami Oshima, Tokunoshima, Okinoerabu, Yoron, Miyako and Ishigaki islands depart from and arrive at Naha Port. The large Moby Dick dining vessel and the Orca underwater sightseeing cruise operate from the port, too.

Tomari Port

3-25-1 Maejima, Naha City

Sightseeing cruise vessels and a number of regular ferry lines to Okinawa’s surrounding islands depart from and arrive at Tomari Port. The passenger terminal complex, known as Tomarin, includes two piers, North Pier and South Pier, and two ticketing booths; make sure to go to the right pier for your boat. The Tomari Iyumachi Fish Market is located just a few minutes’ walk from Tomari Port.